Geelong skipper Joel Selwood should be a lock for players in SuperCoach Classic leagues. Picture: Michael Klein Source: Herald Sun
WHICH Geelong players should you pick in your SuperCoach team this year and who should you avoid?
The Cattery boasts some of the best talent going around with the likes of Selwood, Johnson, Bartel, Enright and Corey capable of producing on their day.
But times are changing down the Princes Highway, with a new breed of Cat looking to extend the proud club's dynasty.
Mitch Duncan is one who could make a name for himself beyond the confines of the Bellarine Peninsula.
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Add Allen Christensen, Travis Varcoe and Nathan Vardy to that list of exciting up and comers looking to leave their mark on the competition.
And, don't forget young George Horlin-Smith. The big-bodied midfielder put on a clinic in the Cats NAB Cup opener and could bob up as the year unfolds.
But with the new comes the collateral damage. The players who could get squeezed out, or at the very least find it harder to contribute.
A huge question mark remains over Hamish McIntosh (knee).
McIntosh is a class act with talent to burn but his body is letting him down.
James Podsiadly is another who might find it tough in 2013.
Podsiadly was dangerous in front of the big sticks in the NAB Cup but will having three talls (Tom Hawkins, Nathan Vardy) be too much firepower inside the arc?
Veteran enforcer Paul Chapman also poses a risk at $535,000 despite a strong preseason.
A barometer for the Cats, Chapman's numbers have fallen (116 to 100 average) over the past two seasons.
His dual position status remains a positive, but maybe wait for his price to drop somewhat.
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SUPERCOACH STAR
Joel Selwood (midfield) $629,500
Selwood is a must if you're going to be any chance of winning your Classic and Draft leagues. A point-scoring machine, Selwood does all the hard stuff our SuperCoach bean counters love. He tackles; he wins clearances; kicks goals; and, he gets plenty of the football along the way. Selwood averaged 117 points per game last year.
Geelong forward Steve Johnson's move into the midfield could be a boon for SuperCoach players. Picture: George Salpigtidis Source: Herald Sun
BANK EM
Tom Hawkins (forward) $508,800
Tomahawk came within a whisker of winning the Coleman Medal in a break out 2012 which helped guide the Cats to the finals. Hawkins finished with nine bags of 4+ goals including a seasons-best of six goals, on three occasions. A strong contested marker, Hawkins improved in most statistical categories. He can do it again and then some.
Steve Johnson (midfield/forward) $516,700
Stevie J is set to spend more time in the midfield after working on his endurance during the off-season. The mercurial forward's move up the ground bodes well for his scoring potential. Johnson averaged 96 points per game last year. A lock to deliver some big scores along the way, but beware -- he does miss Round 1 following his NAB Cup run-in with Fremantle antagonist Hayden Ballantyne.
Geelong midfielder Mitch Duncan looks ready to take the next step. Picture: Wayne Ludbey Source: Herald Sun
BUY EM
Mitch Duncan (midfield) $429,100
Duncan could be one of the success stories to come out of the Cattery in 2013. The young gun has slotted into the Cats midfield nicely in his 51 games and can only improve. Highly-rated, the tackling machine averaged 80 points per game last year. The apprenticeship is over. Get on and let the good times roll.
Travis Varcoe (forward/midfield) $268,900
Varcoe is due for some good luck after missing all but one game last year with a recurring foot injury. The speedster is expected to spend more time across halfback as the Cats look to exploit his pace to break the lines and create scoring opportunities. Varcoe also has the class to drift forward and kick goals, making him an ideal SuperCoach acquisition.
Allen Christensen (forward/midfield) $427,700
A combination of speed, class and a hardened edge makes Christensen ripe for the picking for SuperCoach Classic and Draft leagues. The small forward averaged a tick under 80 last year off just 16 games. He can improve in leaps and bounds with a third preseason under his belt.
Geelong forward James Podsiadly could find himself spending more time in the backline in 2013. Picture: Getty Source: Herald Sun
BURY EM
Hamish McIntosh (ruck) $495,300
When fit, McIntosh is one of the best big men in the game. But it's keeping fit which has been the former North Melbourne ruckman's biggest challenge. McIntosh had "minor" knee surgery recently which is expected to keep him off the track for 2-3 weeks. McIntosh is not worth the risk until he can cement a spot in the team.
James Podsiadly (forward) $393,100
Tough on the much-loved J-Pod but it's hard to see him having an impact with a rampaging Tom Hawkins and fit Nathan Vardy the leading candidates inside the arc. Making matters worse, Podsiadly's SuperCoach ranking has slipped over the past three years following a breakout 2010 -- his debut season -- where he averaged 91 points. Despite starting up forward in the NAB Cup it's expected Podsiadly will spend some time in the backline during the season.
Geelong forward Steven Motlop will be looking to build on a solid 2012 campaign. Picture: Wayne Ludbey Source: Herald Sun
SUPERCOACH DRAFT WATCHLIST
Steven Motlop (forward) $329,400
Motlop looks ready to take the next step in his career after breaking the shackles in 2012. The exciting AFL Rising Star nominee made a flying start to the season before fading late. He played 22 games and kicked 26 goals.
Jackson Thurlow (defender) $124,500
There are big wraps on this rebounding defender who has enjoyed a solid preseason. The Cats have form in blooding youth, more than any other club last year, so expect the Tasmanian-product to be given his chance.
Nathan Vardy (ruck) $239,700
Keep an eye on Vardy who must be champing at the bit to get back on the football field. The exciting forward prospect has played just 11 matches in three seasons hampered by recurring hip and shoulder injuries. Vardy has the potential of scoring big if he can keep his body intact.
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